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We are proud to offer windows, doors, siding and
insulation for your home that have earned the ENERGY STAR®
label. ENERGY STAR qualified products are substantially more
energy efficient than products used to build homes to the
minimum code requirements. Our ENERGY STAR qualified products
are independently verified by a third-party Home Energy Rater to
ensure they meet ENERGY STAR energy efficiency guidelines. These
homes improvement products are better for the environment and
better for you.
Benefits of
installing our ENERGY STAR qualified products include:
Tax
Credit up to $500
The tax credit made available to homeowners as part of Tax
Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation
Act of 2010, signed into law December 17, 2010, extends certain
energy efficient tax credits for qualifying windows, skylights,
and exterior doors for a period of one year.
1. What
windows and doors are eligible for the credit?
Windows,
skylights and exterior doors that meet the ENERGY STAR rating.
2. How
much is the tax credit?
The tax credit
is $200 for windows and skylights and $500 for exterior doors. The
maximum credit for all taxable years for qualifying products is $500
- no more than $200 of the credit can be attributable to expenses
for windows and skylights.
3. What
percentage of the product(s) purchase price is eligible?
Ten percent of
the purchase price up to the cap listed in #2 (not including labor
or materials for installation).
4. When
does the tax credit take effect and how long does it last?
The tax credit
begins January 1, 2011 and expires December 31, 2011. Purchasers of
qualifying windows, skylights, and exterior doors must have them
installed in their principal residence by December 31, 2011.
5. How
does the tax credit compare to the previous credits? Are consumers
who took advantage of those credits eligible for the new tax credit?
The 2011 tax incentives revert to the 2005-2008
levels: 10% of the cost installing efficient windows. Anyone who has
taken advantage of the 2006 - 2010 programs cannot apply for
incentives that exceed the cap. Example: if a consumer claimed $500
in 2006 for a qualifying exterior door, the tax credit is exhausted;
if only $300 was claimed in 2009, $200 can still be claimed - for a
total of $500.
6. Where can I get more
information on the tax credits?
Visit
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=home.index. The IRS will
issue additional specific guidance soon. Check
http://www.irs.gov
for updated information.
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Label Backed by the Government
All ENERGY STAR qualified products are certified
to meet EPA's strict guidelines for energy efficiency. This
exemplary performance is verified by an independent third party.
Lower Utility Costs
Compared with standard homes built to code, homes
with ENERGY STAR qualified products installed use substantially
less energy for heating, cooling, and hot water heating.
Homeowners can expect to save about $50–$400 monthly on their
utility bills.
More Comfortable/Quieter Homes
The energy-efficient features of ENERGY STAR
qualified products help keep out excessive heat, cold, and
noise, and ensure consistent temperatures between and across
rooms-making these homes more comfortable to live in.
Helping to Create a Better Future
By purchasing an ENERGY STAR qualified new home
and products, you are joining millions of consumers who have
changed to ENERGY STAR, helping our nation reduce our energy
needs and building a cleaner environment for the future.
Learn more about ENERGY STAR qualified new homes
at
www.energystar.gov.
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Windows
can be one of your home's most
attractive features. Windows provide views, day lighting,
ventilation, and solar heating in the winter. Unfortunately, they
can also account for 10% to 25% of your heating bill. During the
summer, your air conditioner must work harder to cool hot air from
sunny windows. Install ENERGY STAR windows and use curtains and
shade to give your air conditioner and energy bill a break. Many of
the windows we supply can cut the cooling load by 10% to 15%.
